Glossary of Medieval Art and
Architecture
cloister:
Part of a monastery; a quadrangle surrounded by
covered passages. It connects the domestic parts of the monastery with
the
church. Cloisters are usually located on the south side of the church.
Other parts of monastery:
chapter house,
refectory,
scriptorium.
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